Complete your solar installations faster with automated commissioning applications

We're excited to announce a major expansion to Payaca's DNO integration capabilities. Following the success of our automated G98 and G99 application submissions, we've now added comprehensive support for commissioning applications, completing the full DNO compliance workflow for solar and battery installations.

Complete the compliance journey from application to energisation

Commissioning applications represent the final critical step in bringing renewable energy systems online. After installation completion, these formal notifications to Distribution Network Operators confirm that systems meet approved specifications and are ready for safe grid connection.

Previously, installers faced another round of manual paperwork, documentation gathering, and form submissions just when projects were ready to go live. This administrative burden often delayed system energisation and impacted cash flow at the most crucial project milestone.

Streamlined commissioning for G98 and G99 installations

Payaca's commissioning application feature handles both G98 notifications for smaller systems (up to 16A per phase) and more complex G99 applications for larger installations. The system automatically determines the appropriate commissioning requirements based on your original application and installation specifications.

Automated documentation and certificate management

The most time-consuming aspect of commissioning applications involves gathering and organising technical documentation. Payaca eliminates this administrative overhead by:

• Pre-populating technical specifications from your original G98/G99 applications
• Managing electrical certificates including EIC, MEIWC, and PIR documentation
• Tracking equipment commissioning certificates from inverter and battery manufacturers
• Organising protection system verification including anti-islanding and loss of mains testing
• Coordinating witness test certificates for installations requiring third-party validation

Technical verification and compliance checking

Before submission, Payaca automatically validates commissioning applications against DNO requirements:

• Protection relay settings confirmation against approved specifications
• Electrical installation certificate completeness verification
• Equipment specification consistency checking
• Safety documentation requirement validation
• Metering and monitoring system confirmation

Regional DNO integration and real-time tracking

Just like our initial application process, commissioning submissions integrate directly with ENA Connect Direct across all six UK Distribution Network Operators. Each DNO has specific commissioning requirements and timelines, which Payaca handles automatically.

Real-time tracking shows exactly where your commissioning application sits in the approval process, with automated notifications for key milestones including DNO acknowledgment, inspection scheduling, and final energisation permission.

Proven time savings and accuracy improvements

Early users of the commissioning feature report significant operational improvements:

• 90% reduction in commissioning application time - from days to hours
• Elimination of documentation errors through automated validation
• Faster energisation approvals due to complete, accurate submissions
• Improved cash flow through reduced project completion delays
• Enhanced compliance confidence with built-in regulatory checking

Mobile data collection for commissioning

Field engineers can use Payaca's mobile application to collect and document all required commissioning information directly from site. Final installation photos, meter readings, and test results captured during commissioning are automatically synced to the office system, where the commissioning application can then be submitted through the web platform.

This mobile data collection ensures comprehensive documentation packages are ready for DNO submission, eliminating the delays of waiting for field information to be manually transferred to the office.

Looking ahead: expanding compliance automation

The commissioning application feature represents another step towards complete DNO compliance automation for renewable energy installers. We're continuing to expand our ENA Connect Direct integration, with support for heat pump and EV charging applications (G81/G100) planned for future releases.

Our goal remains consistent: eliminate administrative overhead so installers can focus on what they do best - delivering high-quality renewable energy installations across the UK.

Available now for existing Payaca customers

The commissioning application feature is being rolled out to existing Payaca customers over the coming weeks. If you're already using our G98/G99 application integration, you'll see commissioning options appear automatically as your installations move towards completion.

For solar and battery installers ready to streamline their complete DNO compliance workflow, book a demonstration to see how Payaca can eliminate administrative bottlenecks from initial application through to final energisation. Our team will show you exactly how automated compliance can accelerate your project delivery and improve business efficiency.